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dominant parties  

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  • Parties are considered dominant if they achieve electoral dominance both vertically and horizontally. Vertical electoral dominance is achieved when a party surpasses a threshold of vote or seat shares. [Source: Encyclopedia of Power; Dominant Parties]

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/N9J-F2344BW3-5

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